Navigating Parties as a Non-Drinker: Thoughts, Feelings, and Tips for Enjoying Social Gatherings

Navigating Parties as a Non-Drinker: Thoughts, Feelings, and Tips for Enjoying Social Gatherings

Question from Readers:
What do people who can’t drink alcohol think during parties? Rie Kuwabata’s comments have sparked discussion, but for those of us who are not fond of alcohol, we are curious about how we feel when everyone around us is having a good time. How should we interact with intoxicated friends? Can we keep up with the conversation? Sometimes,

Understanding the Impact of Negative Comments on Victimized Women: A Reflection on Choices and Consequences

Understanding the Impact of Negative Comments on Victimized Women: A Reflection on Choices and Consequences

Question from the readers:
Have you ever felt compelled to ask something when you hear negative comments about a victimized woman? Please let me know! If the victimized woman had declined the invitation from Masahiro Nakai, do you think she would have lost the work from Producer Nakajima?

Questions about the Victimized Woman and My Thoughts

Lately, I’ve been hearing a

Masahiro Nakai's Written Response: Why a Press Conference Could Change Everything

Masahiro Nakai’s Written Response: Why a Press Conference Could Change Everything

Question from a Reader:
I’ve heard that Masahiro Nakai responded in writing to the third-party committee’s investigation report. Even though he has retired and become a private citizen, can’t he share his thoughts in his own words at a press conference? It seems like that would be a quicker way to address the situation…

Reflecting on the Masahiro Nakai Situation

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Exploring Hidden Connections in Makoto Shinkai's Anime: A Deep Dive into Themes and Symbolism

Exploring Hidden Connections in Makoto Shinkai’s Anime: A Deep Dive into Themes and Symbolism

Reader’s Question:
I recently watched “Voices of a Distant Star” by Makoto Shinkai, and I noticed some interesting connections. In the beginning, there was a notice at the school mentioning “Suzume’s Locking Up,” and I also saw references to the “Cosmonaut Lichitea” from “5 Centimeters Per Second.” There were sudden shifts

Nagano Mei Controversy: Would She Face Less Criticism If Both Men Were Single?

Nagano Mei Controversy: Would She Face Less Criticism If Both Men Were Single?

Question from a reader:
I’ve been following the news about Nagano Mei and noticed that one of the two men she was reportedly involved with is married. I’m curious if things would have been different if both men were single. Would she have faced less criticism, or would she still have been judged if she had relationships with two men at